News Jul 17, 2026
First Atmosphere Detected on a Rocky Habitable-Zone Exoplanet and It Is Leaking
For the first time, a rocky habitable-zone exoplanet shows atmospheric variability. Confirmed on LHS 1140 b, this Science-published milestone elevates the super-Earth as a prime JWST target for life biomarkers.
Linsey Smith 2 min read